Meaning of the word "right-hand drive" in English
What does "right-hand drive" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
right-hand drive
US /ˌraɪt.hænd ˈdraɪv/
UK /ˌraɪt.hænd ˈdraɪv/
Noun
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a vehicle in which the steering wheel and controls are on the right side, designed for countries where traffic drives on the left side of the road
Example:
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Most cars in Japan are right-hand drive.
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Driving a right-hand drive car in a left-hand traffic country can be challenging.
Adjective
1.
having the steering wheel and controls on the right side of the vehicle
Example:
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The car was a right-hand drive model imported from the UK.
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Many countries that were former British colonies use right-hand drive vehicles.
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